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Top 10 Cosmetic Brands in the World

Indecisive about which cosmetic brands to shop from? Here is a compiled list of the top cosmetic brands in the world to help you…

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October 11, 2022

Esther Olateju

Top 10 Cosmetic Brands in the World (2022)

Beauty Brands in this time and generation are making waves. The demand for beauty products and beauty brands every passing day keeps increasing. However, this can be pointed to as one of the reasons it can be confusing to choose which makeup, beauty brand, or cosmetic brands to patronize. But it does not have to always be a problem as RNN has compiled a list of the most expensive and top cosmetic brands in the world you can trust always.

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Top Cosmetics Brands in the World

#	Cosmetic Brand	Brand’s Country	Net Worth	Market Capitalization
1.	L’Oréal	France	$15.15 Billion	$168.45 Billion
2.	LVMH	France	$80.44 Billion	$282.54 Billion
3.	Dior	France	$61.17 Billion	$99.44 Billion
4.	Estée Lauder	United States	$10 Billion	$86.87 Billion
5.	Nivea	Germany	$5.2 Billion	$8.1 Billion
6.	Clinique	United States	$6 Billion	$86.87 Billion
7.	MAC	Canada	$10 Billion	$86.88 Billion
8.	Unilever	United Kingdom	$55.34 Billion	$112.43 Billion
9.	Guerlain	France	$44.7 Billion	$80.44 Billion
10.	Huda Beauty	United States	$610 Million

1. L’Oréal – France

Top Cosmetic Brand in the World

L’Oréal is one of the top cosmetic brands in the world. And it is located in France. L’Oréal is also referred to as the largest cosmetics manufacturer in the world and one of the world’s most expensive cosmetic brands.

Furthermore, the company owns other brands such as Garnier, Maybelline, Jade, Nyx Cosmetics, and so on. With a lot of testimonies from consumers across the world, the company’s products are regarded as one of the best cosmetic products.

The L’Oréal Cosmetic products include:

Eye shadow,
Serum
Nude highlighter palette,
Concealer,
Face mask,
Foundation,
And Lipstick.

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2. LVMH – France

LVMH is one of the top cosmetic brands in the world in 2022. Although it has been on this list for a very long time, it has successfully maintained the spot to date and due to its constant growth, it is now also one of the most expensive cosmetic brands in the world.

Explicitly, LVMH is a multinational corporation and conglomerate that specializes in luxury goods. This company covers almost 60 subsidiaries that thrive in the management of other prestigious brands such as Christian Dior, Fendi, Givenchy, and Tiffany & Co, to mention but a few.

However, the subsidiaries are managed independently and are maintained under various branches. These branches include Perfumes & Cosmetics, Fashion Groups, Wines & Spirits, Watches & pieces of jewellery, and so on.

LVMH Cosmetic products include:

Perfumes,
Eye shadow,
Lipstick,
Face & Body Foundation,
And, Counter.

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3. Dior – France

Dior is one of the top cosmetic brands in the world. Although the company is into manufacturing various luxury goods such as clothes, handbags, and so on, it didn’t stop them from getting to the top list of the best cosmetic brands in the world, and also one of the most expensive brands.

Dior is globally known for being one of the top brands for all of its products. Shows they are really good at all they do.

Dior Cosmetic products include:

Perfumes,
Lipstick,
Dior Skin,
Makeup Bag,
And so on.

4. Estée Lauder – United States

Estée Lauder is one of the top cosmetic brands in the world. It is a manufacturer and marketer of skincare, makeup, fragrances, and hair care products. This company has however attained a level of prestige for a long time and has shown no sign of dropping to date. They are also one of the most expensive cosmetic brands in the world.

The Estée Lauder Cosmetic brand deals in the following:

Skin Care,
Makeup,
Fragrance,
And, Hair car.

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5. Nivea – Germany

Nivea is one of the world’s most popular and top cosmetic brands. Their products are unique, easy to use, and dishes suiting comfort their consumers. The Nivea Cosmetic brand deals in Skin and Body care products such as Fragrances, Perfumes, Body lotions, Lip Balm, and so on. Not only are they one of the best cosmetic brands in the world, but they are also one of the most expensive brands.

6. Clinique – United States

Clinique is one of the top cosmetics brands in the world in 2022. Being first inspired by an article on beauty edited by some professional editors in the year 1967, Clinique since its creation has not stopped thriving.

Several years back, Clinique was launched in the United States as the first allergy-tested and dermatologist-prescribed line in New York. And till today, it is still on the list of the top cosmetic brands in the world.

The Clinique Cosmetic brand products include Makeup, Skin Care, Facial Treatments, and so on.

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7. MAC – Canada

MAC Cosmetics is no doubt one of the top cosmetic brands in the world. The makeup products and innovations are unique and absolutely breathtaking. A lot of their consumers across the world just cannot stop dropping testimonies and reviews on the MAC Cosmetics products. They are just simply the best at what they do.

The MAC Cosmetic products include:

Lipstick,
Eye shadow,
Foundation,
Highlighter,
Powder,
Makeup Brushes,
Lipgloss,
And so on.

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8. Unilever – United Kingdom

Unilever is a British-based multinational company. This company’s products include cosmetics, foods, confections, beauty products, personal care, pharmaceutical products, and so on.

Asides from being one of the top cosmetic brands in the world, Unilever is also regarded as the largest producer and manufacturer of soap in the world. They have quite a number of cosmetic brands and some of their cosmetic brands are Dove, Fair & Glow, Rexona, Lifebuoy, Sunsilk, Clear, and so on.

9. Guerlain – France

Guerlain has one of the oldest cosmetic, skincare, and perfume house in the world. They have been in the business for a long time and yet, they have managed to stay relevant and on the list of the top cosmetic brands in the world. One great achievement we must confess.

Meanwhile, the company specializes in manufacturing traditional fragrances. And it now belongs to the LVMH company, the second company on our list of the top cosmetic brands in the world in 2022.

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10. Huda Beauty – United States

Owned by an Iraqi American Businesswoman, makeup artist, and beauty blogger, Huda Beauty is one of the top cosmetic brands in the world. Over the years, the brand has gained popularity for its cosmetic products such as the fake lashes series, collection of foundations, face palettes, and so on. Not only is Huda beauty one of the best cosmetic brands in the world, but it is also one of the world’s most expensive cosmetic brands.